To improve the quality of education in Baltimore
County and to strengthen the relationship between the school
and community by serving as informed advisors to the Board
of Education on issues that affect students, families, communities,
and schools.

Description

The Education Advisory Council of Baltimore County is made
up of five area councils and serves a unique and important
role in our school system. Recognizing the essential role
parents and community members play in supporting our public
school system, the Advisory Council was established in 1972.
Since that time, the Advisory Council members have served
as both informed advisors to the Board of Education and
as liaisons to the communities they represent.

As informed advisors to the Board, the Advisory Council provides
the Board with community input and advises the Board about
concerns and issues. The information comes directly from you—the
parents and community members the Council represents—and
it helps the Board conduct business in a manner that is sensitive
to the needs of our children in the context of their communities.
As community liaisons, we hold local meetings to provide information
about new initiatives, goals and plans, new policies and curriculum,
opportunities for advocacy, and legislation affecting the
schools. We also take public comment and suggestions at meetings
and hearings to bring directly to the Board. In addition,
we are available to help people navigate the school system
and find answers to their questions and concerns.